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Norwalk, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Norwalk Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Norwalk, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melbourne in the Southeast Des Moines neighborhood priced from $627. The Pointe on Fleur in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $685. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norwalk apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MelbourneA2 - 40 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$627
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$685
SomersetB32BR,1BA$707
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Wakonda Village and Manor Apartment HomesS1PwvStudio,1BA$735

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norwalk, IA and Nearby

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norwalk area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows in the in the Somerset neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Norwalk apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes starting at $850 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Southwest Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norwalk apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Meadows3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.91
Magnolia Manor Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
SomersetB42BR,2BA$1.07
McKinley Apartments2BD/1.5BA2BR,2BA$0.99
Southern Park Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.96
SunburstTwo Bedroom-One Bath2BR,1BA$1.11
Norwalk Village Estates2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Willow Bend1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
The Pointe on Fleur1x11BR,1BA$1.01
Valley Acres Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Norwalk

What type of rentals are currently available in Norwalk?

There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in Norwalk, IA with pricing that ranges from $627 to $3,600. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Norwalk ranging from $900 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Norwalk?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Norwalk ranges from $900 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,697.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Norwalk?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Norwalk range from $950 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,850.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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